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About Hyatt

At Hyatt, we care for people so they can be their best. Care comes from an authentic place of empathy and human connection. We do this by truly seeing people and getting to know them as unique individuals, to enable us to design and deliver personal experiences.

About Hyatt Regency Jacksonville

Situated in the heart of downtown Jacksonville, Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront is a premier downtown getaway in Northeast Florida. The hotel features 951 spacious guestrooms and luxury suites providing sweeping views of the city. Guests can enjoy a rooftop pool and 24-hour StayFit gym that provides aerial views of downtown. The hotel offers more than 116,000 sq. ft. of flexible meeting and event space overlooking the breathtaking St. Johns River. On-site restaurants include five-course dining at Morton’s The Steakhouse, fresh seafood and southern-inspired dishes at SHOR Seafood Grill, craft cocktails and gourmet snacks at Tavern, and grab-and-go options at the 24-hour Market.

About the Role

The goal of the Executive Sous Chef is to work directly with and in the absence of the Executive Chef to maintain and improve the culinary operations. The ideal Executive Sous Chef will accomplish this by monitoring the daily functions of the culinary department, including providing support and guidance to the culinary team, ending in a positive guest experience.

Responsibilities include:

• Support senior leadership by developing and assuming key management responsibilities

• Assume the role of liaison between all departments within the culinary division and all other hotel departments

• Supervise departmental Sous Chefs performance and provide them council as to the preparation and cooking of various food items

• Develop and implement creative menu items that adhere to Hyatt brand standards

• Plan, coordinate & implement special events and holiday functions

• Manage hourly kitchen employees through scheduling, payroll, training, coaching, evaluating and hiring

• Lead and coach the team towards achieving exceptional guest service and employee satisfaction results

• Monitor food production, ordering, cost, and quality and consistency on a daily basis ensuring financial performance and control

• Ensure proper safety and sanitation of all kitchen facilities and equipment

• Organize and facilitate departmental meetings, training and goals setting

Benefits

With enriching work comes amazing rewards! Just some of our colleague benefits include:

· Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision Insurance (after 30 days)

· 401(k) with Company Match

· Free & Discounted Room Rates

· Paid Vacation, Sick Days, New Child leave

· Free Meal

· Global Career Opportunities & Growth

· Tuition Reimbursement

· Employee Stock Purchase Plan

· Great Company Culture!

Qualifications:

• In-depth skills and knowledge of all kitchen operations

• Possess strong leadership, communication, organization and relationship skills

• Experience with training, financial management and customer service

• Proficient in general computer knowledge

• A true desire to exceed guest expectations in a fast-paced customer service environment

• Capable of producing a consistent product in a timely manner

• Culinary education and/or appropriate level of on-the-job training and hotel culinary experience

• Geographic and schedule flexibility preferredHyatt develops Executive Sous Chefs to progress into the role of Executive Chef through the training of Banquets, Restaurants and Garde Manger. Executive Sous Chefs report directly to the Executive Chef.Hyatt Hotels & Resorts believes in strong commitment to promotion from within. Begin your career today as the Executive Sous Chef and find yourself as the Executive Chef within a few years. 70% of management hired is from within Hyatt, 89% of Managing Committee is promoted from within. The statistics are there; make it your next step!Hyatt associates work in an environment that demands exceptional performance yet reaps great rewards. Hyatt has the best to offer in the culinary field. Whether its career opportunities, job enrichment or a supportive work environment, if you are ready for this challenge, then we are ready for you.

Primary Location: US-FL-Jacksonville

Organization: Hyatt Regency Jacksonville

Pay Basis: Yearly

Job Level: Full-time

Job: Culinary

Req ID: JAC002643

Hyatt is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, disability, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status or any other group protected by law.